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Read more about the article How to Parallel Park

How to Parallel Park

  • Post author:Mike
  • Post published:October 4, 2021
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Parallel parking is probably the trickiest reversing manoeuvre that you will need to learn for your driving test. Follow these simple steps and you will be able to perform the…

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Read more about the article My Driving Test is in Salisbury

My Driving Test is in Salisbury

  • Post author:Mike
  • Post published:July 19, 2020
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As we emerge from coronavirus lockdown, the DVSA have started to invite driving test candidates, who had there tests cancelled, to rebook. Fantastic! However, there is a catch. Not all…

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Read more about the article How to Stop Glasses Steaming up when wearing a Face Mask

How to Stop Glasses Steaming up when wearing a Face Mask

  • Post author:Mike
  • Post published:July 12, 2020
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Having restarted driving lessons on 4th July, it soon became apparent that people with glasses have a real problem when it comes to wearing face masks. In fact, my first…

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Read more about the article Driving Lessons for Critical Workers

Driving Lessons for Critical Workers

  • Post author:Mike
  • Post published:June 24, 2020
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I thought it would be worthwhile giving a quick update on the current situation with respect to driving lessons and driving tests whilst Coronavirus is still with us. Driving Tests…

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Read more about the article Westbury Driving Test Centre Closes

Westbury Driving Test Centre Closes

  • Post author:Mike
  • Post published:March 10, 2020
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Today, 28th February 2020 is the last day for Westbury Driving Test Centre. Sadly, the test centre closes today for good. Apart from disappointment, what does that mean for me…

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Read more about the article Parked Car – Reversing Lights – Beware

Parked Car – Reversing Lights – Beware

  • Post author:Mike
  • Post published:February 2, 2020
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So you are driving along, minding your own business, couple of parked cars on the left, what could possibly go wrong? Wait a minute. That car has his reversing lights…

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Read more about the article Lane Discipline on Roundabouts

Lane Discipline on Roundabouts

  • Post author:Mike
  • Post published:January 10, 2020
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So, you are turning right at a roundabout, third exit. It can't be that hard. Approach on the right lane with your right indicator. Go around the inside of the…

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Read more about the article How many driving lessons do I need to pass?

How many driving lessons do I need to pass?

  • Post author:Mike
  • Post published:December 11, 2019
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I often get asked this question. Clearly new students are keen to get their driving licence as soon as possible, and whoever is paying for the lessons is keen to…

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Read more about the article Can I stall whilst changing down a gear?

Can I stall whilst changing down a gear?

  • Post author:Mike
  • Post published:October 21, 2019
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Pupils soon learn to change up through the gears, but often have difficulty changing down.Last week, I had a conversation with a fairly new pupil to better understand what the…

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Read more about the article How to fail a driving test – part 1

How to fail a driving test – part 1

  • Post author:Mike
  • Post published:August 4, 2019
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Although the majority of my pupils pass their driving test on the first attempt, some unfortunately do fail. I thought it might be useful to learners, if I start a…

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